Title: Machans Beach Travel Guide: Best of Machans Beach, Cairns Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Machans Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Machans-Beach-Cairns-Hotels.0-n6131521-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Cairns](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Cairns.d553248635404168639.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Cairns](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Cairns.d553248635404168639.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Machans Beach Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Machans-Beach.d6131521.Car-Hire-Guide)[Machans Beach Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Machans-Beach.d6131521.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Machans Beach Travel Guide ## Cairns ## Visit Machans Beach Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Cairns travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns.dx553248635404168639) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Cairns Esplanade showing a pool, a luxury hotel or resort and swimming](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127785/4d6928c8-cfa7-41e9-ba62-fe6f27b138d5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cairns Esplanade 4.5/5(58 reviews) Stroll along the boardwalk surrounded by palms tree and landscaped gardens and watch the sun set over the Coral Sea. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Esplanade-Cairns-North.d6127785.Attraction) ![One of best things to do in Cairns is ride the Kuranda Scenic Railway. It's a 90 minute journey that takes you down the mountain to Cairns passing waterfalls, scenic lookouts and over old bridges. Catch the Skyrail up the mountain from Cairns and then catch the train back down. Or, vice versa.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635404168639/326c5b35-009e-425f-a91d-03f0ccba2866.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cairns Central Shopping Centre 4/5(37 reviews) During your visit to Tropical North Waterfront, you can do some window-shopping at Cairns Central Shopping Centre. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Central-Shopping-Centre-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d6127783.Attraction) ![Cairns Marlin Marina which includes sailing, mountains and a marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634340801489/f40dd38e-4c9a-458d-b599-d7304acca1e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cairns Marlin Marina 4.5/5(25 reviews) Enjoy views of the harbour and and unwind with al-fresco dining, entertainment and shopping beside the bay. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Marlin-Marina-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d553248634340801489.Attraction) ![Palm Cove Beach featuring a beach, tropical scenes and general coastal views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061139/574cc203-78ff-4692-8a72-d7f7b2caeb98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Palm Cove Beach 4.5/5(39 reviews) Located in between the Daintree Rainforest and the Great Barrier Reef, this palm tree-lined beach is an idyllic spot to take it easy or begin an adventure. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Palm-Cove-Beach-Palm-Cove.d6061139.Attraction) ![Esplanade Lagoon which includes a hotel and a coastal town](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6160844/23460ff6-d7ca-4925-8661-1a4a85bf78bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Esplanade Lagoon 4.5/5(30 reviews) Relax after a day of sightseeing or cool down from the summer heat in this fresh-water lagoon, one of Cairns’ best city attractions. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Esplanade-Lagoon-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d6160844.Attraction) ![Cairns Convention Centre, Queensland: Aerial Photo of Iconic Architecture, Urban Landscape, Waterfront, and City Infrastructure in Tropical North Queensland, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6061117/6e2bca82-0c8b-4512-bd5f-afa4b0717cff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cairns Convention Centre 3/5(1 review) Learn about the events happening in Cairns Convention Centre during your trip to Tropical North Waterfront. Discover the spectacular coral reefs in this walkable area or enjoy its local tours. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Convention-Centre-Cairns-Central-Business-District.d6061117.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Paronella Park and Mamu Tropical Skywalk Ticket Combo](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5082348/f1865926-8be9-472f-b561-fc27d92a3aae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Paronella Park and Mamu Tropical Skywalk Ticket Combo £43 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/paronella-park-and-mamu-tropical-skywalk-ticket-combo.a5082348.activity-details) ![Great Barrier Reef Snorkel and Dive Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/730507/9c7f5dd8-7dfa-4f9f-803c-990da2ec98d0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ocean Freedom Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise £132 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/ocean-freedom-great-barrier-reef-luxury-snorkel-and-dive-cruise.a730507.activity-details) ![relaxing at the deck of a ship in Australia](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/426730/0ffdabbf-a06e-4503-8177-bf31dfb56b12.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full-Day Outer Great Barrier Reef Cruise & Snorkeling Tour £139 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/full-day-outer-great-barrier-reef-cruise-snorkeling-tour.a426730.activity-details) ![passengers aboard amphibious DUKW drive through jungles in Cairns](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/261247/5dd84a4d-bfd7-40ea-bf01-7abdfd1391ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Army Duck Tour of the Rainforest £17 per adult **80%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/army-duck-tour-of-the-rainforest.a261247.activity-details) ![Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4231150/655d9bd4-21f4-4c26-b55c-5a7743b2f710.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kuranda Scenic Rail & Skyrail including Gold Class Tickets £144 per adult **98%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/kuranda-scenic-rail-skyrail-including-gold-class-tickets.a4231150.activity-details) ![Great Barrier Reef Tour with Indigenous Sea Rangers-Dreamtime Dive and Snorkel](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4796381/e4f5a19b-504c-4e9c-8fb6-b72c645edcff.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Great Barrier Reef with Cultural Guides-Dreamtime Dive & Snorkel £118 per adult **74%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/great-barrier-reef-with-cultural-guides-dreamtime-dive-snorkel.a4796381.activity-details) [See all activities in Cairns](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Cairns.d553248635404168639.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Machans Beach ![Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/16100/16032/c088688e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shangri-La The Marina, Cairns Pierpoint Road Cairns QLD £114 31 Mar - 1 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews) Very nice hotel. Great location, right at the seaside, next to the reef terminal, and close to the night market. Also friendly staff. Had a wonderful stay. Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=16032&PinnedHotelID=16032&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6131521) ![Hilton Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1300/1233/7475abd3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Cairns 34 Esplanade Cairns QLD £104 31 Mar - 1 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews) The water view was amazing and the breakfast every morning was fantastic. Room service was quick and delicious. Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=1233&PinnedHotelID=1233&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6131521) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7600/7566/e33d8543_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cairns 121-123 The Esplanade & Florence St Cairns QLD £100 23 Apr - 24 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews) Great walking location for restaurants and shopping. Nice quite room. Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F04%2F2026&endDate=24%2F04%2F2026&selected=7566&PinnedHotelID=7566&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6131521) ![Cairns Colonial Club Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/90000/84300/84257/5fdef7e5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cairns Colonial Club Resort 18-26 Cannon Street Manunda QLD Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £83 9 Apr - 10 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=09%2F04%2F2026&endDate=10%2F04%2F2026&selected=84257&PinnedHotelID=84257&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6131521) ![Cairns Harbourside Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24000/23929/8d881048_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cairns Harbourside Hotel 209-217 Esplanade Cairns North QLD £94 23 Apr - 24 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews) The were two curtain tracks in the first room we stayed at, but only one fabric curtain. This was not a problem on the first night (although it is nice when curtain tracks overlap so there is not a gap where the curtains meet). On the second night, it was a problem as several very bright bursts of ... Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F04%2F2026&endDate=24%2F04%2F2026&selected=23929&PinnedHotelID=23929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6131521) ![Pullman Cairns International](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/428400/428345/6598bf4c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pullman Cairns International 17 Abbott Street Cairns QLD £104 23 Apr - 24 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Cairns. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews) Lovely hotel. Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F04%2F2026&endDate=24%2F04%2F2026&selected=428345&PinnedHotelID=428345&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6131521) [See all 1,344 properties in Machans Beach](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=28%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6131521) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Machans Beach hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6131521&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27)[26 Mar - 27 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6131521&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6131521&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28)[27 Mar - 28 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6131521&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-28) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6131521&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026)[27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6131521&startDate=27%2F03%2F2026&endDate=29%2F03%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6131521&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026)[3 Apr - 5 Apr](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=6131521&startDate=03%2F04%2F2026&endDate=05%2F04%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Machans Beach ![Rainbow at Holloways beach, Cairns, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180147/341bbf1c-dc57-4e0a-a11f-d4cfa5d1e688.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Holloways Beach Beaches, restaurants and gardens are just a few things travellers enjoy about Holloways Beach. Check out Yorkeys Knob Beach or Holloways Beach while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Holloways-Beach.dx180147) ![Jack Barnes Bicentennial Mangrove Boardwalk in a coastal area of the Coral Sea in Cairns, Northern Queensland, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6003722/4a2bc27b-b125-4c62-8719-b87043dcdda2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Aeroglen If you're spending some time in Aeroglen, Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Skydive The Reef Cairns are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Aeroglen.dx6003722) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Barron Barron might not have many top sights, but Australian Armour and Artillery Museum and Skyrail Rainforest Cableway Station are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Barron.dx6209836) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Whitfield While there might not be top attractions in Whitfield, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mount Whitfield Conservation Park and Cairns Botanic Gardens. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Whitfield.dx6268338) ![Edge Hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6324192/a088ef1a-c337-4494-b8d8-b0970ef5a6bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Edge Hill You'll enjoy the museums and parks in Edge Hill. You might want to make time for a stop at Cairns Botanic Gardens or Centenary Lakes Botanic Gardens. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cairns-Edge-Hill.dx6131758) ![The Cairns Lagoon at sunrise in Tropical North Queensland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131529/180ef19c-8f96-4116-a1dd-83cce1df4d64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cairns North Pristine beaches and ample dining options are well-reviewed features of Cairns North. Make a stop by top sights like Cairns Esplanade Charles Street Parkland while you're exploring the area. 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